Tracking Thread!! VIN's with Build Dates
03-02-2015, 05:26 PM
#3832
Senior Member
Ordered mine 1/10
Received Vin around 2/12
In production 2/26
The entire time since mine went into order processing it has had an ETA of 4/5.
It hasn't changed at all. I got my window sticker with a blend date showing 3/4, so this Wednesday. I figure if it already has a blend date and a window sticker they must have all the components to build mine.
2015 XLT screw 4x4 302a 3.5 EB
Received Vin around 2/12
In production 2/26
The entire time since mine went into order processing it has had an ETA of 4/5.
It hasn't changed at all. I got my window sticker with a blend date showing 3/4, so this Wednesday. I figure if it already has a blend date and a window sticker they must have all the components to build mine.
2015 XLT screw 4x4 302a 3.5 EB
Bob
Roadpilot
Thanks for the info on the BLEND number, I had wonder about that and never got the explanation!! Of course doesn't matter now but should help others here.
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roadPilot (03-02-2015)
03-02-2015, 05:29 PM
#3833
Senior Member
Both the Dealer# and order# should also be on the paperwork you came home with.
Sometimes the Dealer# isn't clear. Here is a link to find your Dealer#.
http://www.fleet.ford.com/fleetdealers/
Now, the paperwork & website might show a dealer# like 48H419. Drop the letter in the middle and put an F in front, this dealer code would be F48419
Sometimes the Dealer# isn't clear. Here is a link to find your Dealer#.
http://www.fleet.ford.com/fleetdealers/
Now, the paperwork & website might show a dealer# like 48H419. Drop the letter in the middle and put an F in front, this dealer code would be F48419
03-02-2015, 05:35 PM
#3834
Senior Member
That is sounding more logical than the issue with eco-boost engine's. I was told from the very beginning that such commodity issues could be identified at the time the order was placed and that my order didn't have any. My blend number, 0880, looks like it has a production date of March 4. Cotus shows it went in production February 26. If this system is simply using information from past orders to anticipate delivery dates, I wonder if it postponed my delivery date by a week because of previous delays in delivery caused by weather. Typically I would scratch my head and think about it. In this circumstance, I guess I'll just pull some more hair out.
03-02-2015, 05:46 PM
#3835
Senior Member
Just curious if this seems strange to anyone. Truck ordered on 1/27, vin given on 2/15 and it showed up in COTUS as "In Order Processing" at that time. There has been no change in COTUS since then but the dealership sent an email stating that it was slated to be built the week of 3/23. Does this make sense? Why wouldn't COTUS not be updated if an estimated build date was already set? Everything else in COTUS seems to be accurate, color, vehicle trim level with accessories.
03-02-2015, 05:52 PM
#3836
Senior Member
Just curious if this seems strange to anyone. Truck ordered on 1/27, vin given on 2/15 and it showed up in COTUS as "In Order Processing" at that time. There has been no change in COTUS since then but the dealership sent an email stating that it was slated to be built the week of 3/23. Does this make sense? Why wouldn't COTUS not be updated if an estimated build date was already set? Everything else in COTUS seems to be accurate, color, vehicle trim level with accessories.
It should change to 'In Production' about a week before build
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mbell (03-03-2015)
03-02-2015, 06:08 PM
#3837
Both the Dealer# and order# should also be on the paperwork you came home with.
Sometimes the Dealer# isn't clear. Here is a link to find your Dealer#.
http://www.fleet.ford.com/fleetdealers/
Now, the paperwork & website might show a dealer# like 48H419. Drop the letter in the middle and put an F in front, this dealer code would be F48419
Sometimes the Dealer# isn't clear. Here is a link to find your Dealer#.
http://www.fleet.ford.com/fleetdealers/
Now, the paperwork & website might show a dealer# like 48H419. Drop the letter in the middle and put an F in front, this dealer code would be F48419
03-02-2015, 06:14 PM
#3838
Senior Member
They don't put the Dealer# and Order# on Canadian paperwork?
On the top of the US Dealer locator web page, there is a link to the CA site
https://www.canada.fleet.ford.com/
Here's the direct URL, the first one would have you looking for link
http://www.ford.ca/dealerships/locate/results/
On the top of the US Dealer locator web page, there is a link to the CA site
https://www.canada.fleet.ford.com/
Here's the direct URL, the first one would have you looking for link
http://www.ford.ca/dealerships/locate/results/
Last edited by Rich33Y; 03-02-2015 at 06:17 PM. Reason: Added 2nd URL
03-02-2015, 07:35 PM
#3839
Dealer called, build date of 3/17. St Patty's day! Should be at the dealer by the end of the month according to my salesman(truck/fleet manager). Truck will be arriving via convoy. BONUS! Daylight savings means I have one less hour to wait. Yippie!!!
03-02-2015, 07:46 PM
#3840
Senior Member
Just placed an order today!
I have worked with this dealer many times in the past so I am very certain they are playing straight with me. I walked out with a "Preview Order" naming my dealership, Type of order, Priority Code, Vehicle Line, Model Year, Order Code and Price Level.
They wanted a deposit of $500 to place the order and that was fine with me. I suspect they did not finalize my order until I gave the deposit so maybe I'll get something else via email soon.
Sales guy estimates about eight weeks for delivery.
2015 SCAB 4X4 - 5.0 Blue Flame
301-A, FX-4, Chrome Package, 3.73 Locker, Trailer Tow Package, Power Sliding Rear Window, Remote Start, LED Side Mirror Spotlights, Bed Extender, Box Side Steps, 36 gallon tank, Trailer Brake Controller, Wheel Well Liner, Spray In Bed Liner, Kicker Subwoofer. MSRP was 46k. Gulp. I hope rebates jump up a little in the next two months but I won't hold my breath.
I have worked with this dealer many times in the past so I am very certain they are playing straight with me. I walked out with a "Preview Order" naming my dealership, Type of order, Priority Code, Vehicle Line, Model Year, Order Code and Price Level.
They wanted a deposit of $500 to place the order and that was fine with me. I suspect they did not finalize my order until I gave the deposit so maybe I'll get something else via email soon.
Sales guy estimates about eight weeks for delivery.
2015 SCAB 4X4 - 5.0 Blue Flame
301-A, FX-4, Chrome Package, 3.73 Locker, Trailer Tow Package, Power Sliding Rear Window, Remote Start, LED Side Mirror Spotlights, Bed Extender, Box Side Steps, 36 gallon tank, Trailer Brake Controller, Wheel Well Liner, Spray In Bed Liner, Kicker Subwoofer. MSRP was 46k. Gulp. I hope rebates jump up a little in the next two months but I won't hold my breath.